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  1. FVBrewerFan
    In a word, no. The fact that the "steroid era" is over puts even more of a premium on power. Plus, many of the new parks are power friendly. If anything, teams may be putting more value on middle infield defense but I don't know how we verify that with real evidence. As far as the youth movement goes, again, I don't see much difference. Certain teams have always had low salaries, which is achieved through youth. Other teams like the Yankees and Red Sox will buy any veteran they can.
  2. FVBrewerFan
    Just remembered one I haven't seen on the list- DQ's Flamethrower. DQ is actually very good, flame broiled burgers like BK-only better.
  3. FVBrewerFan
    Makes sense IN THEORY. Unfortunately, that creditonly lasts one day or so in wife time- not 10 weeks. Ever hear the song "What have you done for me lately?" The project stuff can wait. The longer you're married, the more you appreciate the alone time to do anything (or nothing.) Last time I did nothing it was everything I thought it would be.
  4. FVBrewerFan
    Well, with Michael coming back, and adding two more salespeople (Pam and Ryan) seems to me the next logical step is that someone has to go. Dwight is the obvious choice, but wouldn't TWO salespeople need to be termed or relocated?
  5. FVBrewerFan
    My advice is the same I've given to friends recently. Sending out resumes isn't good enough anymore. Don't be too proud to let eveyone you know that you're looking, and it's amazing how word gets around. Follow-up on the phone after you send a resume out. And don't just call the HR Dept., try to find out who your "boss" would be and try calling them. Most people appreciate persistence, and respect that you have a strong enough interest to call.
  6. FVBrewerFan
    Culver's burgers belong on the list, with the cheddar burger being my favorite there. But my #1 choice is definitely In N out
  7. FVBrewerFan
    Having been there before... 1) Let everything go until the last day. No dishes, vacuuming, no cleaning of any kind. Then do the white tornado routine the last day. 2) No shaving 3) Eat at places you normally can't. 4) Lay on the couch and watch the NFL draft, Brewers games, etc. un-interupted. 5) Leave the seat up
  8. FVBrewerFan
    For me, very simply, it's more about tradition than superstition.
  9. FVBrewerFan
    Him talking about a no hitter through out the game. Him acting like a routine fly ball to the outfield has a chance to get out. Him barely commenting on a long fly ball to the warning track. I can't stand the guy. Also, it wouldn't kill him to be even mildly interesting or entertaining.
  10. FVBrewerFan
    CC calling Calling Bill Schroeder "the man upstairs" is a classic too
  11. FVBrewerFan
    So can we finally put to rest the theory that Kendall just HAS to play every day because of how he handles the pitching staff? Rivera seemed to "handle" Bush just fine.
  12. FVBrewerFan
    Yes, except that Prince knows the game and he looked directly into the Philly dugout. HJis body language seemed like he thought it was intentional for some reason. As we know, some of these things can be something said or done much earlier in the series, or even last year.
  13. FVBrewerFan
    Why did Fielder get plunked? Is their some old time rule in baseball etiquette that syas you should hit someone for almost getting no-hit? Also noticed Prince was saying something to the catcher right before the pitch... Just seemed like an odd time in the game to hit him intentionaly.
  14. FVBrewerFan
    Weeks weakness---The side-arm sling Yes, that's a weakness...along with his low OBP.
  15. FVBrewerFan
    I may be kicked out of Wisconsin for saying it, but I don't like brats. If there's no other choice, I can put one down but that's it. But for family and friends who are brat lovers, I use the beer and onions method as well.
  16. FVBrewerFan
    Yea, Prince can take care of Parra. (Man that calls for a picture I don't have)
  17. FVBrewerFan
    Why not go to both Pat's and Geno's, and let us know which you prefer. They are right across the street from each other. And since you'll be in Philly anyhow, can you throw a decent change-up or put a bat on the ball with some level of frequency?
  18. FVBrewerFan
    I thought it was a leap to believe everyone was so concerned with crime scene investigation, instead of just taking it on face that Tony was shot in an ambush, and Larry was killed. Whenever anyone gets shot on this show, they just move on since so many things are happening that require immediate response. But not this time...hmmm something doesn't add up.... Wait a minute, there are two different shell casings... I love the show, but find the need to point out flaws in every episode ; )
  19. FVBrewerFan
    Two words: Pat's Cheesesteak
  20. FVBrewerFan
    Saw the first two episodes, won't be watching it again. Office-lite is a good description. Similar concept, but casting, writing, and acting are far below standards set by The Office. Maybe it will get better or grow on you, but I rather wtahc Seinfeld reruns than this.
  21. FVBrewerFan
    Not much too add other than there's no reason for a buyer to use a real estate agent. They are getting paid by the seller and their motivation is to sell homes in their inventory, not to find the best house for your needs. Now if you want to pay a commission you could, I just see that as a waste of money. Check the papers, internet, etc. and you can find homes on your own. Find neighborhoods you like and jsut drive through. Best of luck!
  22. FVBrewerFan
    Add a wife...and then kids and see what happens to your non-fixed expenses! Honestly. I used to use Quicken, etc., but don't anymore. Now my system is very simple. I pay my fixed expenses first. (Mortgage, car payment, utilities, etc.) Then I put away "x" amount for various "slush funds" I have set up. Section 125 for college savings, a retirment account in addition to my 401k, vacation, a fund for for future relatively major expenses (new furnace, new carpeting...etc.) What I'm left with is what we can spend every two weeks (I get paid bi-weekly) on non-fixed expenses. This covers Food, entertainment, clothes, and about 2,000 other things that seem to pop up. The key is to leave a realistic amount in the non-fixed expense area. Otherwise you'll always be making exceptions and not sticking to it. That's the key, not so much the amount. Something it took me many years to fully understand. Finally, cars are the biggest wallet killer. They depreciate in value, and when it's time to trade it in you never really get what you think it should be "worth." This is still hard for me, because I am a car guy. But I never buy new cars anymore, and hold onto them longer than I used to. Now if you're young, over the course of 30 or 40 years you will save tens of thousands of dollars. Heck, save $3,000 a year on average for your cars and that's $120,000 over 40 years. If iinvested in a Roth IRA that could esily be worth over $200,000 by the time you retire.
  23. FVBrewerFan
    True, in fact I would say very few people of any age have a 6 month reserve. I think too much emphasis is being placed on paying off your mortgage early. If you're only going to be in that home a few years, making extra payments probably isn't the best use of your cash. If you plan on being in that house for the next 15-20 years or longer, it makes sense. But instead of fooling around with extra payments, it is easier to just get a 15 year loan at fixed rates that are incredibly low today. Your monthly payment won't be that much more. The key is to set aside a fixed amount EVERY month no matter what. What you do with that is less important than the habit of saving it every month. As others have said, pay off all other loans before your mortgage. The mortgage loan is (in theory) for an asset that is appreciating in value. Plus it's tax deductible. If not today for you, down the road it may be. Car loans, student loans, et.c should all be paid off as quickly as possible. Credit cards, you should pay in full each month. Beyond all that, don't sacrafice everything that's enjoyable in life just to squirrel away as much money as you can. It's refreshing to see young people with responsible attitudes concerning finances, but have some fun too!
  24. FVBrewerFan
    I smell a sub-.500 season, and I'm not that upset about it. This rotation simply isn't nearly good enough. The only way they hit .500 or above is to score a lot of runs, and I don't see that happening either.
  25. FVBrewerFan
    It is possible Larry was a "bad guy." Odd he wouldn't share that with Jack, but a TV show can explain away anything. The other intriguing twist is Jon Voight's character comment "This is much bigger than you can imagine" or words to that effect. So I have a feeling someone else is involved that will surprise us. Either from current or past seasons. Could Kim Bauer be the mastermind?? lol
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